MSD holds 7 USPTO trademark filings across 7 NICE classes. The largest concentration is in Class 9 (Electronics & Software) with 5 filings. The WikiTrademarks Expansion Score is 31/100, low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding.
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FAQ: MSD trademark portfolio
What trademarks does MSD hold?
MSD holds 7 USPTO trademark filings across 7 NICE classes. The largest concentration is in Class 9 (Electronics & Software), Class 42 (Science & Technology), Class 5 (Pharmaceuticals). The most recent filings are registered to Merck Sharp & Dohme B.V..
How many trademarks does MSD have at the USPTO?
WikiTrademarks tracks 7 USPTO trademark filings attributed to MSD. The brand has been actively filing since May 2016. The count updates daily as new filings are indexed from the USPTO bulk data feed.
In which NICE classes does MSD file most often?
MSD's most active class is NICE Class 9 (Electronics & Software), with 5 filings. The full distribution across all 7 classes is shown in the Nice Class Distribution panel on this page.
Who owns the MSD trademark?
The most recent filings under the MSD mark are registered to Merck Sharp & Dohme B.V.. Trademark ownership can shift through assignments — see the Ownership & Assignment History section on this page for the full chain of title.
Is MSD expanding into new categories?
The current WikiTrademarks Expansion Score for MSD is 31 out of 100, which is low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding. The score combines NICE class breadth, filing velocity, and the rate of cross-class movement from the brand's filing history.
How can I track new MSD trademark filings?
Click the Watch Brand button at the top of this page to add MSD to your Watchlist. New filings show up on your WikiTrademarks dashboard within 24 to 48 hours of being public, alongside any class expansions, status changes, or assignment events.
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